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Despite challenging weather, Shanklin Rotary's annual sale achieved impressive fundraising results this year

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Shanklin Rotary's annual sale raises £29,400 for charity
Despite challenging weather, Shanklin Rotary's annual sale achieved impressive fundraising results this year
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January 31, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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Join local discussions at Boojum&Snark to shape community ambitions for The Bays

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Sandown's Town of Culture bid takes centre stage at The Bays Town Conversation
Join local discussions at Boojum&Snark to shape community ambitions for The Bays
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January 31, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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Join the Ryde and Sandown Beach Lifeguards team and gain training for a rewarding summer role

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Join Ryde Beach Lifeguards and gain qualifications for the upcoming summer season
Join the Ryde and Sandown Beach Lifeguards team and gain training for a rewarding summer role
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January 31, 2026 at 11:10 AM
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Cowes pharmacy introduces UK's first dual collection points to improve prescription collection

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Isle of Wight pharmacy UK first to have two collection points to enhance prescription access
Cowes pharmacy introduces UK's first dual collection points to improve prescription collection
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January 31, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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Join the free Brave Island Zine launch on 31st January to celebrate youth creativity

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Celebrate young creativity at the Brave Island Zine launch this Saturday
Join the free Brave Island Zine launch on 31st January to celebrate youth creativity
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January 30, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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Flood alert issued for Eastern Yar warns of potential flooding over the weekend

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Eastern Yar flood alert warns of possible flooding from Whitwell to Bembridge
Flood alert issued for Eastern Yar warns of potential flooding over the weekend
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January 30, 2026 at 4:23 PM
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The embankment works start after the current roadworks are completed

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Wroxall route to close for up to 8 more weeks in order to stabilise collapsed embankment
The embankment works start after the current roadworks are completed
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January 30, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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Ryde Town Council's partnership with Portsmouth university students generates insightful recommendations for local development

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University of Portsmouth consultancy team recommends strategies for boosting Ryde Marina
Ryde Town Council's partnership with university students generates insightful recommendations for local development
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January 30, 2026 at 2:18 PM
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WightAID invites Isle of Wight causes to apply for grants as it begins its tenth year

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Local charities invited to apply for WightAID grants after £71,106 distributed in 2025
WightAID invites Isle of Wight causes to apply for grants as it begins its tenth year
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January 30, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Proposed Sandown Water Recycling Plant encounters criticism from community leaders and residents

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Southern Water's Sandown Water Recycling project faces strong opposition from local councillors
Proposed Sandown Water Recycling Plant encounters criticism from community leaders and residents
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January 30, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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Road closures and diversions announced for essential road maintenance work beginning next week

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Road closure through Brading set to begin next week
Road closures and diversions announced for essential road maintenance work beginning next week
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January 30, 2026 at 8:26 AM
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Solent WASPI condemns government for denying compensation to women born in the 1950s over pension changes

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Solent WASPI campaign criticises government for 'utter contempt' over pension compensation decision
Solent WASPI condemns government for denying compensation to women born in the 1950s over pension changes
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January 29, 2026 at 4:42 PM
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The Climate Minister Katie White said, "It was a no-brainer to save the Vestas factory on the Isle of Wight"

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£20 million government grant secures over 300 jobs at Vestas wind turbine factory
The Climate Minister Katie White said, "It was a no-brainer to save the Vestas factory on the Isle of Wight"
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January 29, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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Experience community spirit at Walk the Wight 2026, while raising funds for hospice care

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Join Walk the Wight to support Mountbatten Isle of Wight and its hospice care
Experience community spirit at Walk the Wight 2026, while raising funds for hospice care
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January 29, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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Residents may face £8.94 per annum increase as Ryde outlines £1.8 million budget plan

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Ryde Town Council proposes five per cent rise in council tax precept for 2026
Residents may face £8.94 per annum increase as Ryde outlines £1.8 million budget plan
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January 29, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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Sandown Town Council have expressed its interest in submitting a bid for the UK's £3 million Town of Culture competition

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Sandown to enter UK Town of Culture contest with potential prize of £3.5 million
Sandown Town Council have expressed its interest in submitting a bid for the UK's £3 million Town of Culture competition
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January 29, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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Celebrate the best of Isle of Wight with the 2026 Red Funnel Awards nominations

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Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards 2026 entries now open for local businesses
Celebrate the best of Isle of Wight with the 2026 Red Funnel Awards nominations
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January 29, 2026 at 10:59 AM
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Southern Water say they will raise household bills by 8% from April, to fund essential infrastructure improvements

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Southern Water bills to rise by 8% this April
Southern Water say they will raise household bills by 8% from April, to fund essential infrastructure improvements
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January 29, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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Micro-grants available for Isle of Wight groups: Apply by 30th January

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Last chance to secure micro-grants for Isle of Wight's CAN YOU HEAR US? programme
Micro-grants available for Isle of Wight groups: Apply by 30th January
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January 28, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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Richard Quigley MP supports government measures aimed at aiding the hospitality sector

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Richard Quigley welcomes government support for Isle of Wight hospitality sector
Richard Quigley MP supports government measures aimed at aiding the hospitality sector
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January 28, 2026 at 11:57 AM
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Discover transformation and storytelling through costume masks at the 'Headspace' exhibition in Ryde

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New 'Headspace' exhibition opens at Department in Ryde, showcasing costume headpieces
Discover transformation and storytelling through masks at the 'Headspace' exhibition in Ryde
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January 28, 2026 at 9:57 AM
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Isle of Wight Transport Plan 4 receives strong public support despite councillor disagreements

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Public consultation supports Isle of Wight's Transport Plan 4 despite mixed councillor views
Isle of Wight Transport Plan 4 receives strong public support despite councillor disagreements
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January 28, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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Despite recent financial setbacks, Sandown Carnival is optimistic about the 2026 summer

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Sandown Carnival addresses financial setbacks while aiming for vibrant summer 2026
Despite recent financial setbacks, Sandown Carnival is optimistic about the 2026 summer
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January 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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It will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews

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Join the Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5,000
It will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
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January 28, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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Key dates for May's local elections on the Isle of Wight have been announced

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Isle of Wight's upcoming local elections: Election timelines revealed
Key dates for May's local elections on the Isle of Wight have been announced
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January 27, 2026 at 4:11 PM